Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest news regarding Formula 1 on Sunday, September 6.
Sunday morning's Formula 1 news roundup:
Wolff plays down Ferrari switch rumours
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Toto Wolff has brushed off rumours that he might soon be leading crisis-struck Ferrari.
The wild rumour in the Italian press follows reports of the Mercedes team boss's dithering over a new contract and strained relationship with Daimler CEO Ola Kallenius.
"Everyone dreams of Ferrari - it's normal," Wolff told Sky Italia at Monza. "It's the same with drivers.
"Ferrari is the most important brand in Formula 1 and it is equally important that they return to fighting to win.
"But I'm part of Mercedes and the team. I have a good relationship with the team and I feel good where I am. I'm fine here."
However, the rumours of a potential shock switch to Maranello are gaining steam.
"Because I have not yet renewed the contract with Mercedes?" Wolff responded.
"First of all, it is important to understand where this Formula 1 is going and it's normal that negotiations to renew are not easy.
"But I think that in the coming weeks we will be able to close the discussions."
Wolff also said he would like to take the heat out of the political arguments in Formula 1, insisting: "What matters is being united for the show in the sport."
Finally, he addressed this weekend's ban on 'party mode' engine settings, believing it is an effort to slow the dominant team down.
"At first it was frustrating, because we developed an engine to be able to take advantage of this mode in qualifying," said the Austrian.
"But on the other hand, when one team beats all the others, they do everything to slow it down, together with the FIA," added Wolff.
"That's why we now take the change as a positive thing and we hope to be able to go faster in the race instead."
Williams needs 'good team boss' - van der Garde
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Williams needs to appoint "a good team boss" to replace the departing Claire Williams.
That is the view of former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde, commenting on news that following the team buyout, Claire and her father Sir Frank will not be involved at Williams after this weekend at Monza.
"Williams has to get a good team boss now," Dutchman van der Garde told Ziggo Sport.
"Ultimately, they also need a good technical director to continue to grow. If they do that, they will really take steps."
Another well-known Dutch driver, Tom Coronel, agrees with van der Garde, urging Williams to carefully look around at its options.
"They should take a look at the top teams in Formula 2 or Formula 3, as there may be certain people who can be given a leading role at the team. That is the talent of the future," he said.
More news from Formula 1:
F1 should consider Indy-style quali - Ericsson
F1 should look to the Indy 500 in order to solve the problem with qualifying at Monza. Read more.
Lewis Hamilton creates history to secure pole at Italian Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton flew around Monza's 3.54 miles of asphalt in 164.267mph on his way to a new track record. Read more.
Horner hits back at old rival Abiteboul
Christian Horner and Cyril Abiteboul have revived their old feud at Monza. Read more.
Sainz urges 'calm' to avoid 'dangerous' qualifying
Qualifying may be more "dangerous" than usual at Monza, according to McLaren driver Carlos Sainz. Read more.
Magnussen to meet Gene Haas over F1 future
Kevin Magnussen says he wants to meet team owner Gene Haas in person to discuss his Formula 1 future. Read more.
Ferrari to have 'brand new engine' for 2020
Mattia Binotto is keeping his job in charge of Ferrari's struggling team. Read more.
Lewis Hamilton insists that he will not be slowed down
Lewis Hamilton flew around Monza's 3.54 miles and 11 corners of asphalt in a staggering average speed of 164.267mph. Read more.
Renault shaping up for re-branding as Alpine
Renault could have a brand new name and identity for 2021 and beyond. Read more.
'Mature' Verstappen says Monza win 'impossible'
Winning on Sunday will be "impossible", Max Verstappen declared at Monza. Read more.
F1 still 'fun' as Raikkonen retirement rumours fade
Kimi Raikkonen says he is still having fun in Formula 1. Read more.
Ferrari pushing ahead with 'pink Mercedes' appeal
Ferrari is pressing ahead with its appeal against Racing Point's 'pink Mercedes' car. Read more.
Wolff denies claims of Hamilton favouritism
Toto Wolff has denied the claims of his Red Bull counterpart Christian Horner about Valtteri Bottas' status at Mercedes. Read more.
Hamilton future decision 'not linked' to Wolff's
Lewis Hamilton says he does not regret never racing for Ferrari. Read more.
Party goes on without 'party mode' - Wolff
'Party mode' may be gone, but Toto Wolff says the party will go on for Mercedes in 2020. Read more.
'No alternative to Binotto' for Ferrari - Domenicali
Former Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali has called for a stop to the criticism of Mattia Binotto. Read more.
Wolff set to 'stay' with Mercedes
Toto Wolff looks set to remain at Mercedes beyond 2020. Read more.
Cowell can have 'any job he wants' - Wolff
Andy Cowell can have "any job he wants", according to Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff. Read more.
